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Mental Health Motivational Speaker & Therapist
No industry is left untouched by burnout. That’s why Erica Cuni, LMFT, CIMHP is a sought-after female motivational speaker for events nationwide. Known for her powerful story, actionable tools, and high-energy delivery, Erica inspires audiences to rethink what it means to live and lead well. Her message is simple: A stressed life isn’t the norm, and you can take back control.
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Meet Your Speaker
Hi, I’m Erica Cuni. I am a motivational speaker, therapist, and active Clinical Director with nearly 20 years in the mental health field as a Psychotherapist, Clinical Professor, and Adjunct Lecturer.
My Mission
My mission is to help your audience escape out of survival mode and into a life that feels vibrant, empowered, and sustainable.
My Impact
Over the last five years, I’ve impacted over 10,000 people through motivational speaking engagements, workshops, and virtual events.
My Story
In 2014, while driving to work, I was hit by a Mack Truck. After that, every area of my life spiraled out of control. I was already burned out and at my breaking point. I was people-pleasing, codependent, and had no boundaries. I truly thought a stressed life was normal. Traditional talk therapy didn’t work for me, so I discovered a new path to burnout-free living. Now I help others take back control of their life.
From corporate wellness summits to military bases, national conferences, and faculty leadership events, I bring a raw, relatable approach to burnout recovery, combining extensive training in integrative therapy, mind-body healing modalities, and the lessons of my own burnout journey. If you are looking for a spitfire who’s super relatable and can provide life-changing tools and takeaways while capturing an audience’s attention, look no further.
Why Book the Burnout Professor?
Customizable
Customize your speaking event with insights tailored to your audience’s specific needs and challenges.
Relatable
Your audience will relate to Erica’s authentic storytelling and transparency that invites listeners to reflect, laugh, and start living burnout-free.
Engaging
Capture their attention with Erica’s high-energy, fun, and accommodating approach that will leave your people feeling energized and inspired.
Actionable
Take home real tools that fight burnout and leave audiences feeling like they have a place to start.
What Audiences Are Saying
“I loved The Burnout Professor’s topic, her delivery, and especially her content!!”
“There’s something so POWERFUL about having a woman speaker be vulnerable and tell her inspiring story. The Burnout Professor was AMAZING!”
“I sat in the Leadership Workshop and then her Keynote and Breakout Session. I thought the first was amazing, and it kept getting better and better!”
“The Burnout Professor’s story and information was PRICELESS.”
“The Burnout Professor was AMAZING. She gave us hope to burnout.”
“The Burnout Professor was my favorite speaker from the weekend!”
“The Burnout Professor slayed it this weekend! Loved being in the front row in her breakout session!”
“The Burnout Professor’s story spoke to my truth and I loved her story. She brought so much inspiration! This woman knows what’s up.”
What Event Planners Are Saying
“Erica’s depth of knowledge on the subject was impressive, and her ability to communicate complex concepts in an engaging and relatable way was truly remarkable. Her presentation was informative and interactive, allowing the audience to participate and share their experiences. I would highly recommend Erica to anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of stress and burnout and learn practical strategies for managing it. She is an excellent communicator, an expert in her field, and a true inspiration to all who attend her talks.”
“Erica was the perfect choice for our 1500+ attendees! On behalf of all of us, I want to express our collective gratitude for Erica’s hopeful approach to navigating the challenges we are all faced with. Erica’s energy and information left attendees with a renewed capacity and self-care tools to deal with the current reality.”

Debra Neill-Baker, CEO, Neill Corporation
“Erica Cuni, The Burnout Professor, was fabulous. She delivered a 3-hour class to our 200+ attendees, sponsored by our company, that was packed full of practical ways that educators can regain control over their emotions, anxieties and nervous system. Erica was able to connect with, listen and respond to the needs of the audience, tailoring her message in real time to address their specific concerns. Everyone needs this.”

Corina Santoro, VP, Milady/Cengage
“Erica’s energy, presentation style, and story draw you in immediately, but it’s her message and spirit that continue to resonate. I have worked with military personnel for over 12 years and have seen a variety of speakers struggle to connect with this demographic. Erica, however, quickly establishes creditability, speaks their “language,” and is incredibly relatable.”

Kasey Timberlake, Military Program Manager
“We opened with a fantastic keynote from Erica Cuni with our 400+ attendees. I cannot recommend her enough. What she talks about applies to all of us. Doesn’t matter what your job is, what your role is – the idea of how stress impacts us, our health, mental health, physical health – she touches upon all of it. And, the message rings true. If you’re looking to work with someone who is genuine: she’s authentic, and she comes across that way on stage. Check her out and have her be a part of your event. You will not regret it.”

Michael Yost, President, Strategies LLC
“Erica was the perfect choice for our 25th annual Serious Business Conference! On behalf of all 2000+ of us, I want to express our collective gratitude for Erica’s hopeful approach to navigating the challenges we are all faced with. Erica’s energy and information left attendees with a renewed capacity and self-care tools to deal with the current reality.”

Debra Neill-Baker, CEO, Neill Corporation
“Aveda Arts learned so much from Erica during our time with her! She took the time to understand the needs of our audience and delivered an educational experience that left our team feeling energized and empowered. We look forward to continuing our work with Erica in the future.”

Kallie Blackwell Peterman, General Manager of Aveda Arts & Sciences Institutes
“I had the pleasure of working with Erica Cuni as a speaker at our faculty symposium with 700+ attendees, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. I received numerous emails from colleagues and faculty expressing their gratitude for having her as a speaker. Erica’s delivery was not only engaging, but also packed with insightful information and practical tips that faculty members could readily apply in their professional and personal lives. Her inspirational approach resonated deeply with everyone in attendance.”

Dr. Kacey Ingram Jechura, Associate Director of Faculty Effectiveness, Herzing University
“The last few years of COVID created many stressors for our staff, teams, and operations. We brought Erica on board to lead our managers through a series of monthly sessions to learn the techniques for reducing stress and how to teach our staff to manage and thrive in uncertain times. Erica’s empathetic teaching style contributed to a safe environment and the techniques we learned are invaluable tools for our organization. A fantastic series of sessions. Thank you, Erica!”

Robert H. Clark, Deputy Director for Operations, National Park Service
“Erica’s ability to get vulnerable and authentic about her own life mixed with her knowledge and education is exactly what this world needs right now. She uses her journey to healing, as a way to engage others in being more present, healthy, and insightful. She truly is a beacon of light to a brighter future.”

Briana Hansen, LMFT, CTAMFT Education Chair
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